Vice President, Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ultimate responsibility for all finance and accounting functions at Shred-Tech Corporation (Canada, US, Asia and UK) and CM Shredders LLC (US) in providing results to Company, Group and ultimate parent company management.  Provide financial leadership and input to all of the Company’s significant decisions.  Serve as key business partner and a collaborative member of the Executive Team. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervise Director of Finance and provide the financial leadership at the entities and direction to the overall finance and accounting staff. 
• Develop and manage reporting necessary to meet all operating and KPI requirements. 
• Lead Company’s relationship with Group legal counsel. 
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. 
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach; assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and evaluate results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for timely and efficient operation of the accounting and finance functions, production of financial reports for all companies and compliance with all established Group and parent company financial deadlines;
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly reporting package and commentary for Monthly Business Review (“MBR”) with Group Management and submitted for the parent company’s monthly Executive Management meeting;
• Lead and coordinate with the rest of the Executive Team the annual five-year strategic planning process and presentation to parent company management and ownership;
• Prepare and oversee annual operational (income statement, balance sheet and cash flows) and capital expenditure budgets;
• Work closely with the VP of Operations to determine optimal inventory levels, cost controls, product costing, etc. and Sales Managers to improve sales forecasting to enhance supply chain management and to improve working capital management through a Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (“SIOP”) or other similar process;
• Take a proactive role in all company decisions with financial implications;
• Maintain relationships with all parent company functional areas including, but not limited to, accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, risk management, legal, etc.;
• Maintain and oversee relationship with parent company’s external and internal auditors; responsible for follow-up and execution of all audit findings and recommendations;
• Participate in, contribute and take a leadership role as a member of the Company’s Executive Team;
• Regularly evaluate and recommend a plan for Finance department improvements including, but not limited to, strengthening the business partnership of the Finance department with the rest of the organization to drive continuous improvement and enhanced operational performance throughout the organization;
• Interact with Group CFO and parent company Accounting and Finance departments, as necessary, to comply with their requirements or to accomplish Company’s objectives;
• Develop strong working relationship with Director, HR to support respective goals and objectives;
• Lead evaluation and implementation of all consolidation projects and real estate transactions;
• Oversee and manage revisions to standard cost accounting to enable improvement of item and customer profitability as well as manufacturing efficiency; and
• Assist in, where required, evaluation of potential acquisition targets and operational and financial integration of successful acquisitions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Outstanding leadership qualities and ability to take organization to the next level through the support of the Company’s established Competencies:  Leadership, Integrity and Trust; Judgement, Decision Quality and Problem Solving; Quality of Work and Continuous Improvement; Drive for Results and Initiative; Communications and Building Effective Teams; Business Planning and Execution; and Customer Focus. 
• Proven track record of developing and engaging people to achieve superior results. 
• Passionate about coaching and development.
• High math, information processing and decision-making ability. 
• Ability to operate and prioritize in a continuously changing environment. 
• High attention to detail yet ability to summarize complex matters to senior management clearly and concisely. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Extensive computer use (sitting, typing, viewing screen). 
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Complete understanding of generally accepted accounting principles; strong knowledge and application of cost accounting and standard cost systems. 
• Competent keyboarding and proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Strong experience in implementation and post-implementation optimization of ERP systems (hardware and software) in a manufacturing environment with experience in EPICOR a plus.

EDUCATION:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required, and MBA preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 

• At least 15 years experience in similar positions of increasing responsibility with at least 10 years in a manufacturing environment and international exposure a plus. 
• Public accounting experience an asset.

WHAT MAKES SHRED-TECH A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?

We’re ambitious and we expect our team to give their best effort to achieve the goals we set together. In return, we invest in people who are committed to growing with us. We offer:

• Excellent company paid benefits after probation, including extended healthcare, dental, vision and employee assistance program
• Group RRSP with company matching after 1 year
• Safety boot reimbursement up to $150
• Prescription safety glass program
• Opportunity for growth through internal recruitment
• Social events throughout the year, including BBQ’s, golf tournament, holiday party for adults and more!

About Shred-Tech:

Shred-Tech is a leading manufacturer of shredding systems serving customers throughout the world. Shred-Tech is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Shred-Tech is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code.